Auto Body Labor Rates in Mississippi (2025)

Mississippi (MS) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Mississippi are 4% above the national average ($ 78/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Mississippi typically see a 5% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

+4%
$78 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

+4%
$78 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

+5%
$115 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

0%
$100 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

Mississippi vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $78/hr MS +4%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $78/hr MS +4%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $115/hr MS +5%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $100/hr MS 0%

Sources: autoGMS 2025 (highest state at $151.67), Torque360 ($150-155), industry rate ratios

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